The design of this sword is created from a cavalry pattern of the first Ching Emperor’s personal sword. It has the most elaborate and fancy detailed engraved fitting.
Blade: This sword blade is made out of high carbon steel. It is rigid with no flex. The blade is not sharp and rounded off at the edge. The tempering process creates a satin finish to the blade. One side of the blade has a hand engraving of a dragon and seven stars while the other side has Chinese character of the sword maker and characters for “Ching Emperor Sword.”
Fittings: Made from solid cast bi-metal, the fittings are intricately engraved with coil poses of dragons. The hand guard is has a beautiful flowing design of an evil dragon’s face. Finishes on all fittings are a gold and black color.
Scabbard: Solid plum blossom wood which has dark rich brown and light yellow- brown grain. It has been sanded to a fine and smooth surface then sealed with a natural oil finish.
Recommended: Use it for every day training, internal styles of Tai Chi, Xing Yi, Bagua or traditional external styles, as a decorative piece or as a special gift.
Overall length: 37" with 28" blade.
Blade length available: 28", 30", and 32"
Total weight: Approximately 3.05lbs
Sword weight: Approximately .2.5 lbs. ounces for the 28"
Handle length: 8.5